7E Holdings moves into Oklahoma with Chisholm Corner acquisition

The 19 new locations grow the retailer’s store total to 78.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 20, 2022

Who’s in and who’s out: Recapping the c-store industry’s top c-suite moves from 2022

Retailers saw a flurry of new leaders, including CEOs and presidents, this past year. Here’s an overview of some of the most notable changes.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 19, 2022

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Mapco opens first automated checkout store

The store is the first of two utilizing frictionless technology from Grabango. Mapco is also experimenting with self checkout and app-based scan-and-go technology.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 19, 2022

Kum & Go to open its first store in Utah

The retailer’s Salt Lake City location comes about 19 months after announcing expansion plans into the state.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 16, 2022

Sunshine Gasoline upgrades app to accept ACH payments for fuel

The upgrade adds the ability to pay for fuel at the pump, and using ACH allows the c-store chain to save on swipe fees.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 16, 2022

5 ways c-stores can improve hiring and retention in 2023

Labor struggles continued to plague retailers this year, but options like mission-driven initiatives and unique perks can help, experts say.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 16, 2022

Getir acquires ultrafast delivery rival Gorillas

The deal consolidates two of the major players in an industry that has struggled to grow in the U.S.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 13, 2022

How to craft a compelling private label brand

Cost-conscious consumers are more willing than ever to buy store brands at c-stores. But it takes more than low prices to earn customer loyalty, experts say.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 13, 2022

Casey’s facing two wage-related lawsuits

Both suits claim the c-store chain used multiple methods to “cheat” employees out of overtime pay.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 13, 2022

Casey’s to enter the retail media game in early 2023

The Ankeny, Iowa-based company follows 7-Eleven as the next major c-store chain to launch its own retail media network.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 13, 2022

Parkland announces new leaders for its US and Canadian segments

The moves come less than a week after the company’s former U.S.-division president resigned from the company.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 12, 2022

Smith Oil announces new app to streamline customer fuel payments

The app, which is expected to go live early in the first quarter of 2023, will use Liquid Barcodes’ C-StorePay technology to cut down on swipe fees.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 12, 2022

C-store distributor Amcon expands reach with acquisition of Henry’s Foods

The deal expands the geographic reach and foodservice capabilities of both distribution companies, according to an announcement.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 12, 2022

Paytronix names former restaurant tech leader as new CMO

Pamela Robertson will spearhead the payment company’s content, campaigns, brand, events and more.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 9, 2022

Kum & Go closing all but one urban walk-up store

The retailer said these recently opened locations, which relied mainly on urban foot traffic, don’t fit into its long-term expansion plans and overall strategy.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 9, 2022

Wawa is growing faster than ever. But is it growing too fast?

The chain is eager to capitalize on its hard-earned popularity, though it will need to be careful of overextending itself and keep execution high in areas like foodservice, experts say.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 8, 2022

Wawa announces expansion into 3 more states as explosive growth year continues

Since March, the popular c-store chain has outlined plans to double the number of states it operates in.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 7, 2022

Casey’s expects to reach 2,500 stores by end of its fiscal year, CEO says

A big reduction in employee turnover and operating expenses also highlighted the company’s second quarter earnings report.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 7, 2022

Arko acquires assets from WTG Fuels

The deal, which includes 24 c-stores and 109 cardlock sites, marks Arko’s fourth acquisition this year.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 7, 2022

Parkland USA president stepping down after 5 years at the helm

The company’s COO, Jay Erickson, has been named interim president.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 6, 2022

4 types of c-store shoppers and how to target them

Earn more through strategic promotions that appeal to different types of shoppers in convenience stores.

Dec. 5, 2022

Yesway halts decision to go public

The retailer filed paperwork for a $100 million IPO in September 2021, but cited “current market conditions” as its reason to opt out at the moment.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 5, 2022

Walgreens launches 24-hour same-day delivery

The pharmacy chain has enlisted multiple delivery platforms to carry out its same-day deliveries in recent years.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 5, 2022

Jacksons to enter the cannabis segment next year

Jacksons plans to work with Canadian company CordovaCann on the marijuana shops, starting in Washington, Oregon and Arizona in 2023.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 2, 2022

Texas c-store chain becomes franchisee for Captain D’s restaurants

Checkout Food Stores is set to open 10 of the fast-food seafood joints around the Houston area, joining companies like EG Group and Hy-Vee in the restaurant franchise game.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 2, 2022